Financial Analyst

New York University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Job summary

New York University Law seeks a financial analyst to monitor, analyze, and report on the Law School's departments and centers. You will serve as the primary Finance Office contact for budget matters and support annual budgets, forecasts, and projections with variance analysis and ad hoc Excel modeling.

Responsibilities include monitoring budget areas, assisting with reconciliations, and preparing reports for departmental leadership and Finance executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field is required.
• Master's degree MBA/MPA or equivalent is preferred but not required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience in higher education, non-profit, or complex organizations is preferred.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and financial modeling skills; ability to present findings clearly.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently while collaborating in a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and report on financial activity for Law School units.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial projections including variance analysis.
• Prepare financial reports for departmental management and Finance leadership.
• Support year-end activities and reconciliations.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Financial modeling

Excel

Written communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Analytical reasoning

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Master's degree MBA/MPA preferred

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Position Summary

Monitor, analyze, and report on financial activity for assigned Law School departments and centers. Develop an understanding of assigned units' programs, operations, and financial needs, and serve as a primary Finance Office contact for budget and financial matters. Support the development of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial projections, including variance analysis, ad hoc Excel modeling, and analysis of key revenue and expense drivers. Monitor assigned areas of the Law School budget, assist with reconciliations and year-end financial activities. Prepare financial reports and analyses for departmental management, Finance leadership, and other stakeholders, as needed.

Qualifications

Required Education:Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or related field.Preferred Education:Master's Degree MBA, MPA or equivalent is preferred but not required.Required Experience:2+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination.Preferred Experience:2+ years Related financial analysis or operations experience in higher education, non-profit, and/or complex organizations.Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Strong quantitative, analytical, and financial modeling skills. Demonstrated ability to compile, manipulate, analyze, and interpret financial data and present findings clearly to financial and non-financial stakeholders. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency with other Microsoft Office applications. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Proven ability to problem solve and to work both independently and as part of a team. Experience with PeopleSoft a plus.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $77,000.00 to USD $95,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

NYU Law is an intellectual powerhouse and innovator in legal education, known for its focus on leadership, global issues, and public service. As part of this diverse and accomplished community, you'll work with top faculty, support learning and research, and have regular opportunities to develop professionally. Located in Greenwich Village, one of New York's most inviting neighborhoods, the Law School offers highly competitive benefits and perks, notably tuition remission. NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.